1952 Topps #19 Johnny Bucha
1952 Topps #19 Johnny Bucha
About Johnny Bucha
Born 1925 in Allentown, PA (d. 1996), Johnny Bucha was a right-handed catcher who debuted in 1948 and played 3 major-league seasons. He batted .205 with 40 hits, 1 home runs, and 15 RBI over 84 games.
Variations & how to tell them apart
Black Back / Red Back Series 1 (cards 1-80)
Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
- Black Back — scarcer: First printing. Reverse printed in black ink. Scarcer, and typically carries a small premium over the red back.
- Red Back: Second printing onward. Reverse printed in red ink. The more common of the two.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 1-4 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 611 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 69 | 110 | 142 | 255 | 5 |
| SGC | 101 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 27 | 62 | 4 |
SGC by variation: Black Back 52 · Red Back 49
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-22. Half-grades fold down (8.5→8); totals are summed across each grader's listed variations.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 1952 Topps Johnny Bucha card?
It is card #19 of 407 in the 1952 Topps set - Topps' first flagship issue and the cornerstone of the postwar hobby. It pictures the St. Louis Cardinals player, and is his rookie card.
Does the 1952 Topps Johnny Bucha have back variations?
Yes. Every card in the first series exists with the back printed in either black or red ink. The black backs are the first printing and are scarcer; red backs (the second printing onward) are more common.
Is the 1952 Topps Johnny Bucha valuable?
Value depends on grade and (where it applies) the back variation. Use the links above to check current T206 Cards inventory and live eBay listings.